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E421

thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers

Mannitol

Also known as: Mannitol
International label: INS 421
Status
Halal
Function
Sweetener, anti-caking agent and humectant

Halal

Is E421 (Mannitol) halal?

Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.

What to do

Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.

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About E421

Sugar alcohols Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.

What is E421 made from?

  • glucose reduction (from seaweed or corn - plant)

Scholarly Notes

Plant-derived - halal.

Foods that commonly contain E421

Food Category Guide

E421 is common in chewing gum — see the full halal guide →

sugar-free sweets chewing gum pharmaceuticals

Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E421 (Mannitol) halal?

E421 (Mannitol) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.

What is E421 used for?

E421 is used as a sweetener, anti-caking agent and humectant in food products.

What foods contain E421?

E421 (Mannitol) is commonly found in: sugar-free sweets, chewing gum, pharmaceuticals.

What is E421 made from?

E421 can be derived from the following sources: glucose reduction (from seaweed or corn - plant).

What are the other names for E421?

E421 may appear on food labels as: Mannitol.

thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants, emulsifiers — 68 E-codes: 30 Halal, 0 Haram, 38 Mushbooh

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Sources reviewed

Our E421 classification is checked against recognised halal certification bodies and mainstream Sunni scholarship before publishing. We do not treat community halal-status sites as authoritative.

  • HMC — Halal Monitoring Committee (UK)
  • HFA — Halal Food Authority (UK)
  • JAKIM — Dept. of Islamic Development (Malaysia)
  • MUI / LPPOM — Indonesian Ulema Council
  • IFANCA — Islamic Food & Nutrition Council (USA)
  • IslamQA — Sunni fatwa reference

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